Weiss’ Uterine Caustic Holder as described in Weiss’ 1863 catalog, plate 28, figure 9, on account of its three-prong grasping and slide-lock arrangement, is also well suited for use as a sponge, wool, or lint holder-applicator.

A lovely example of this scarce form with a silver grasping device at the distal end, a finely turned ebony handle with decorative finial at the proximal end and marked ’WEISS’.